Congress spent much of the last month debating ways to reduce the nation’s dependence on foreign oil. Perhaps it should take a closer look in its garage. Half of all vehicles leased by members of Congress with taxpayer funds are gas-guzzling SUVs, a review of congressional financial records show. Twice as many lawmakers drive luxurious Lincoln Town Cars - four, at a sluggish 15 miles per gallon in the city - than hybrid Toyota Priuses - two, at 48 miles per gallon in the city. Taxpayers spend about $1 million per year to lease vehicles for 127 members of the House of Representatives, more than a quarter of the 435-member body. The government also pays for fuel for the leased vehicles. More
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